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David James Markley
December 22, 1942 ~ June 26, 2016 (age 73) 73 Years Old Light a Candle
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Message from Cassie Dykes
July 7, 2016 4:53 PM
I'm terribly sadden by DJ's passing. DJ was my professor and my boss at the West End Theater at Hofstra. He retired shortly after I graduated and one of my favorite things was when he would excitedly show me his "retirement" countdown clock and talk about all his future plans. I miss his stories, his wisdom, and his dry sense of humor. He was a very special guy.
A candle was lit by Tish Porter
on June 30, 2016 7:50 PM
Message from Louise and Chick Grow
June 30, 2016 3:02 PM
Dear Pat, Isabelle has been keeping us posted on how things were going for you and Jim, and our thoughts and prayers have been with you throughout this painful time. We remember the lovely lunch we had at your place with Isabelle. I know Isabelle is brokenhearted, and so upset she couldn't arrange transportation to be with you for Jim's services. Maine is a hard place to travel to and from. I hope you will be able to focus on all the wonderful memories of your lives together, and find peace. His struggle is over. Please know that you remain in our thoughts and prayers. Our condolences as well to Isabelle, Nancy Jean and Jerry and all the rest of the family. Louise
A candle was lit by Mary Ann and John Judge (Keller Texas
on June 28, 2016 1:36 PM
Message from France Poeta
June 28, 2016 9:09 AM
Condolences on your loss.
I was a student of DJ's at Hofstra. I had the great good fortune to spend all my tech work hours with him. He was a gift. A Teacher willing to speak to his students as a fellow journeyman not a rube. As he plays a central role in one of my favorite Hofstra stories, I hope he has time to look down next time I tell it. I lift my glass to you, DJ!
Hofstra '83 BFA
I was a student of DJ's at Hofstra. I had the great good fortune to spend all my tech work hours with him. He was a gift. A Teacher willing to speak to his students as a fellow journeyman not a rube. As he plays a central role in one of my favorite Hofstra stories, I hope he has time to look down next time I tell it. I lift my glass to you, DJ!
Hofstra '83 BFA
Message from Donna Boyd
June 27, 2016 11:06 PM
Dear Patty,
My prayers and love are with you. Jim was such a loving, caring person. I so enjoyed when he and I talked about trains.
Knowing Jim is in heaven and we will see him again, never to be parted.
My prayers and love are with you. Jim was such a loving, caring person. I so enjoyed when he and I talked about trains.
Knowing Jim is in heaven and we will see him again, never to be parted.
Message from Nanette Anslinger
June 27, 2016 11:02 PM
Pattie, my dear - and Jerry, Nancy, and Isabelle,
I'm so sad for you. DJ, as I've always known him, was an incredible guy, so talented, so willing to share his talents, so loving to his family and friends. May you find peace in knowing that his illness has run its course and his hard journey is over. My heart hurts for you....
I'm so sad for you. DJ, as I've always known him, was an incredible guy, so talented, so willing to share his talents, so loving to his family and friends. May you find peace in knowing that his illness has run its course and his hard journey is over. My heart hurts for you....
Message from West Haven, CT
June 27, 2016 8:18 PM
I was very sad to hear about DJ's passing. He was a fine teacher and I learned so much from him, especially when it came to the more practical, hands-on stagecraft used from show to show at the West End at Hofstra.
Peace and love to all of his family and friends.
Paul Turtola
BFA Drama '82
Peace and love to all of his family and friends.
Paul Turtola
BFA Drama '82
Message from Lynn Krieger
June 27, 2016 3:48 PM
DJ was my mentor and dear friend. Castine & the River Ranch are joyous memories of happy, happy times. He is a special man who leaves behind many happy moments for us all. So glad to have spent part of my life with Jim.
A candle was lit by Karla A. (Gray) Howell
on June 26, 2016 9:39 PM
Message from Karla Howell
June 26, 2016 9:36 PM
Dearest Pattie,
I am saddened by the loss of a Jim. He was such a great guy. I will always remember his caring ways with your Dad aka: The Boss. The special conversations that we shared over many dinners out together. Hold onto all those memories you shared with Jim. For the heart never forgets one that it has loved.
I am, So Very Blessed to be able to call this great fellow my Friend. Rest easy now my friend till we meet again.
I am saddened by the loss of a Jim. He was such a great guy. I will always remember his caring ways with your Dad aka: The Boss. The special conversations that we shared over many dinners out together. Hold onto all those memories you shared with Jim. For the heart never forgets one that it has loved.
I am, So Very Blessed to be able to call this great fellow my Friend. Rest easy now my friend till we meet again.
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